Forage preservation

3. Mineral residue left after forage is burned; high levels may indicate soil contamination (3 letters)
6. Plastic covering used to seal haylage or silage bales (4 letters)
8. How well animals can break down and absorb forage nutrients (13 letters)
10. Fermented, high-moisture forage stored in silos or wrapped bales (6 letters)
11. Implements that fluff and spread hay to speed drying (6 letters)
14. Partially dried forage stored in airtight conditions (7 letters)
15. Cuts forage crops in the field before drying (5 letters)
16. Machine used to pull or operate haymaking equipment (7 letters)

1. Monitoring this in stored hay helps prevent spontaneous combustion (11 letters)
2. Size Affects forage intake and digestibility in ruminants (13 letters, two words)
4. Nutrient in forage important for growth and milk production (7 letters)
5. Too much of this in stored forage can lead to spoilage (8 letters)
7. Forage component that supports digestion and rumen health (5 letters)
9. Dried grass or legumes preserved for animal feed (3 letters)
12. Machine that compacts and ties hay or straw into bundles (5 letters)
13. A measure of acidity or alkalinity in silage or soil (2 letters)